Rila Monastery – the Kalinite - Ivan Vazov Hut: a Two-Day Traverse over Eight Summits
For anyone who feels the call of the mountains and seeks solitude amid their wild beauty, the route to the Kalinite, starting from the sacred Rila Monastery, is not merely a path but a journey into the essence of Rila. The steep southern ridges of the north-western part of the range take us to the lonely crest of Malyovitsa and to Dodov peak - an imposing and proud guardian above the valleys. There, over two days, we will throw ourselves into a real crossing over summits and through winds, gathering not only rocky peaks but moments that stay imprinted on the mind for good.
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the Rila Monastery takes about 2:00 hours.
Our climb begins in the area of the Rila Monastery with a serious amount of height to gain, which we do by following the Dalgiya Rid. It brings us out high between the Mermerite peaks on the Malyovitsa crest. Once on the ridge we head north-west, and on the way to Razdela we will add several more summits to our collection for the weekend. The day ends with a steady descent towards the wild Pazar Dere and the welcoming „Ivan Vazov“ hut, where we will have the chance to meet the sunset in the heart of Rila.
Today a long and no less challenging day awaits us on the way back to the Rila Monastery. After an early rise and breakfast we head for Vintcheto, from where we will make a full traverse of the Kalinite massif. Along the way we will also look in on the highest-lying reservoir on the Balkan peninsula - the Kalin reservoir - before returning to the hut for a short break. After it, a different route back to the holy monastery awaits. On the way we will climb one of the least visited summits in the area - a genuine hidden jewel of Rila. And at the end of the day we will reward ourselves with a well-earned rest and good monastery cooking.
Important:
Three seasons trekking equipment
Shoes
Suitable shoes for the mountain, according to the weather forecast. High ankle or low shoes. You may wear sneakers to change into at the end of the program
Spare socks
Lighting
Headlamp - An absolute must-have accessory for every mountaineer. It may be necessary for the group to start a trek very early or finish the trek in the dark (force majeure). In these situations, each participant must have a headlamp. We recommend going with a proven brand like Petzl or BlackDiamond
Spare batteries
Backpack
About 40 liters backpack - Quite enough for one or two day hikes.
Backpack cover - in case of rain
Clothing top
Depending on the season and weather conditions
T-shirt or thin thermal base layer - from merino or synthetic. In no case cotton material
Fleece
A down jacket or other jacket with synthetic insulation - a thin down jacket is recommended. Evenings and mornings in the mountains, temperatures are low. No expensive down jacket needed
Wind and water proof jacket
Thin hat and gloves
Buff
Clothing bottom
Depending on the season and weather conditions
Comfortable long pants - in the perfect case with zippers for ventilation
Sun protection
Sunglasses
Summer hat
Sun cream with high protection
Buff with UPF protection
Rain protection
Raincoat
-or-
Waterproof top and bottom
Water and food
Water (1.5 liters)
Food for the trek
Money and documents
Money
ID or passport
Other
First aid kit
Trekking poles
Cancellation Policy:
Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет. The tourist owes a penalty as follows: